Steve Clarke
Mayoral Candidate (City of Orillia)
Provincial Riding: Simcoe North
Community / Municipality: Orillia
Steve Clarke is a certified candidate for Mayor of the City of Orillia in the 2026 municipal election.
Clarke previously served two consecutive terms as Mayor of Orillia from 2014 to 2022. During his tenure as Head of Council, Clarke championed downtown revitalisation, modernised municipal infrastructure, and oversaw the financing and development of the Orillia Recreation Centre on West Street South.
A well-known local entrepreneur and community leader, Clarke has operated Brewery Bay Food Co. in downtown Orillia for over three decades, bringing extensive private sector experience and municipal council leadership to the 2026 mayoral campaign.
Key Platform Priorities
- Economic Growth & Downtown Vitality: Supporting local small businesses, expanding regional job opportunities, and encouraging sustainable commercial development.
- Waterfront & Infrastructure Revitalisation: Fulfilling the master waterfront redevelopment plan while protecting Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe water quality.
- Healthcare & Physician Recruitment: Actively partnering with local clinics and hospital networks to recruit and retain doctors and medical specialists in Orillia.
- Collaborative & Prudent Governance: Bringing steady, transparent, and fiscally responsible leadership to Orillia City Hall.